1969 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,962 cc, 1969 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (207 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 275 kg more than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Mazda Cosmo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mini Cooper (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Cosmo | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | Cosmo | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
